No rat poison found in toxicology report, contrary to what Country Club Hills mayor said

November 10, 2009

Political fundraiser Christopher Kelly died after taking an overdose of pain medications, according to the Cook County medical examiner's office.

Kelly overdosed on salicylate, used in such medications as aspirin, and acetaminophen, Tylenol's main ingredient, the office said.

A toxicology report also showed diphenhydramine, commonly sold as Benadryl.

Last month, Country Club Hills Mayor Dwight Welch reported that Kelly ingested a pain reliever and rat poison. On Monday, Welch referred calls to police Chief Regina Evans, who did not return a phone call seeking comment.